Category Archives: Invasive species

Ecology, Environmental Education, Invasive species, Urban ecology

New Native Trees Walk Web Site Launches

A hidden gem at Purdue University Fort Wayne is the Native Tree Walk along the St. Joseph River. In a collaboration between Purdue Fort Wayne Marketing, Facilities and the ERC, there is a new and improved the web site for the Tree Walk. The site provides a wealth of information about the native trees we have. Lots of photos, some natural history, and location information. More to come!

Conservation, Energy, Environmental Education, Invasive species, Outreach, Rivers, Sustainable Living, Urban ecology, Water Quality

Sustainability Coordinator Position Available

The Sustainability Coordinator works collaboratively with Purdue University Fort Wayne constituents including administration, faculty, staff, students and community partners to develop, coordinate, promote and celebrate effective sustainability initiatives to reduce the impact of the University and regional community on the environment.  The Coordinator will advance the University’s mission to engage with the community, to advance the development of the region through the integration of teaching, service and scholarly research and to develop students’ talents and prepare them for success.  Specifically, the Coordinator will work with constituents to provide knowledge, skills and motivation to integrate sustainability into strategic planning, relevant facilities planning and student directed activities.  The Coordinator will work closely with the Director for the Environmental Resources Center (ERC) and the Director of Facilities Management to support sustainability initiatives within best practices, creative endeavor, and the needs of the local community.

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Knowledge of life science, environmental science, food systems or some other area that strongly aligns with principles of sustainability
  • One year experience in relevant field
  • Working knowledge and passion for the concept of sustainability and awareness of the central issues and controversies in the discourse on sustainable development
  • Knowledge of sustainability principles and best practices
  • A commitment to sustainability
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
  • Social media skills
  • Analytical and planning skills
  • A collaborative, enthusiastic approach
  • A commitment to diversity and ability to work with all constituents at a diverse institution
  • Comfortable with all Office suite application

Preferred:

  • Familiarity with university academic environment

Other details:

Interested parties can contact Bruce Kingsbury (Bruce.Kingsbury@pfw.edu) with questions, but ultimately must apply online via one of the following links.

Candidates internal to Purdue Fort Wayne would apply at:

https://performancemanager8.successfactors.com/sf/jobreq?jobId=3205&company=purdueuniv&username=

External candidates:

https://career8.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=3205&company=purdueuniv&username=

Conservation, Ecology, Habitat Management, Invasive species, Recreation, Rivers, Sustainable Living, Urban ecology

Earth Day at Eagle Marsh April 26 1-5

Our city’s largest Earth Day event. Celebrate Earth Day and Little river Wetland Project’s 25th anniversary. Booths showcasing the conservation work of local businesses and environmental groups, birds of prey from Soarin’ Hawk Raptor Rehab, presentations on nature topics, interactive nature education stations, children’s activities, and more. Come by the ERC display and say “Hi” or listen to my talk on the reptiles and amphibians of the area at 1:15. Lots of talks and activities all afternoon.

More info can be found at their website.

LRWP Earth Day 2013